S1 E4
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Season 1  "Family Ties"  1x4

Aired 15 years ago - Oct 01, 2009

Elena asks Stefan to escort her to the town's annual Founder's Party. Vicki gets Tyler to ask her to the party, then accuses him of trying to hide their relationship from his family. Zach reveals a useful family secret to Stefan. At the party, Damon tells Elena a story about the Salvatore family's past, leaving Elena with questions that Stefan refuses to answer. Finally, Stefan takes action to get Damon out of his life for good.

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Recap of The Vampire Diaries Season 1 Episode 4 (S01E04) - 2
But how do I stop a monster without becoming one myself?
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Is that Grandma Beth's wedding ring?
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I went through a lot to make sure this party wasn't canceled.
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It's more complicated than that.
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- Okay, go by yourself. - Gee, thanks.
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Some class.
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You know you're making wrong choice, yet you make it anyway.
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It would take human blood.
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I'm here for my mom.
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What if I tell you in the morning? I don't want to ruin the night.
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Anyway, his past relationships are none of my business.
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The pocket watch. Where is it?
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- And he was gonna give it to you. - Yeah.
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1864. You and Katherine were the perfect couple.
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But I can't help but feel a little used. I thought we were having a moment.
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"The founding families of Mystic Falls...
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Oh, uh...
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My therapist says I'm acting out, trying to punish Stefan.
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- There was a battle here... - The Battle of Willow Creek.
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Doesn't it always come down to the love of a woman?
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Maybe I should just strip naked and give Pastor Bill a lap dance.
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Tyler and I were just saying good night.
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Don't talk, please.
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I didn't wanna push my way in, but I wanted to be there for you.
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I hope Damon didn't drive you too crazy.
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...and I want you to do the same.
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Otherwise, I'm left with nothing but what other people tell me.
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I notice the watch still isn't in the collection.
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Uh... You're not supposed to touch.
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I fled town because of you. Fled.
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Look around. What's missing?
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Of course not.
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There are bruises all over Caroline's body.
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I can't just magically hand it over.
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